Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero:

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what is the status of the Finnart to Grangemouth oil pipeline; and if she will make an estimate of the potential cost to the public purse for reopening the pipeline.

As Petroineos own and operate the two pipelines between Grangemouth refinery and the Finnart terminal, they are responsible for operating and maintaining the refinery, as well as any associated costs. The current status and use of the pipeline is a matter for the company.

Public money is not being used to fund the private commercial matter of repair to this pipeline.